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First, it\u2019s crucial to understand what baptism truly represents. It is not a ritual or a religious formality; it is a public act of faith in which a person declares, \u201cI am ready to abandon my past and live according to God\u2019s will.\u201d<\/p>\n
However, this fresh start involves more than just words; it requires renunciation, repentance, and obedience to God\u2019s Word<\/strong>. After all, as the Bible teaches, we must spiritually die to our old selves and be reborn into a life guided by the Holy Spirit.<\/p>\n Consider what Acts 19:2-5<\/strong> says: He said to them, \u2018Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?\u2019<\/strong> So they said to him,\u00a0\u2018We have not so much as heard whether there is a Holy Spirit.\u2019 And he said to them, \u2018Into what then were you baptized?\u2019 So they said,\u00a0\u2018Into John\u2019s baptism.\u2019 Then Paul said,\u00a0\u2018John indeed baptized with a baptism of repentance, saying to the people that they should believe on Him<\/strong> who would come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus<\/strong>.\u2019 When they heard\u00a0this,\u00a0they were baptized\u00a0<\/strong>in the name of the Lord Jesus.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n <\/p>\n Water baptism is a pivotal moment in one\u2019s spiritual life. It symbolizes the spiritual death of the old self and the birth of a new creation<\/strong>, ready to live a sincere, steadfast, and practical faith. Therefore, even Jesus Himself was baptized<\/strong> to provide a clear example to follow, despite being without sin.<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s critical to note that baptism is meaningful only when accompanied by true repentance and total surrender<\/strong>. Those who enter the waters with sincerity and repentance<\/strong>, who spiritually<\/em> died for their sinful life, their old thoughts, choices, and behaviors, \u2018bury\u2019 in the waters their old self<\/strong> and emerge a different person by faith\u2014stronger, cleansed, and with a peaceful conscience before God<\/strong>, who performs this miracle in their soul.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n From August 10 to 17, The Universal Church<\/a> <\/span>will hold the Water Baptism Week<\/strong>. All worldwide locations will have pastors available to provide listening ears, spiritual guidance, and to baptize those who have decided to give their lives to the Lord Jesus.<\/p>\n You do not need to make an appointment; simply attend on the most convenient day and time for you, participate in the prayer meeting<\/a><\/span>, and, if decided, be baptized. Baptisms will be conducted right after each prayer meeting<\/a><\/span> throughout this special week.<\/p>\n Do not postpone what God has already placed within you. Take this opportunity to start a new life with Him. Take the first step!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Look for the nearest location of The Universal Church<\/a><\/span> and speak to a pastor. Everyone is welcome, regardless of religious beliefs or background.\u00a0Come as you are.<\/strong><\/p>\n For locations of The Universal Church nationwide,\u00a0please click here.<\/a>\u00a0<\/span>For more information, please call\u00a01-888-332-4141<\/a><\/span>\u00a0or text\u00a01-888-312-4141.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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\nMany people follow the Showdown of Faith<\/em><\/a><\/span> TV program, the ULFN<\/strong> channel, and our social networks, watch biblical series (often seeing scenes of baptisms), and feel a desire to change and dedicate themselves to God. Still, they haven\u2019t taken the ultimate step.<\/strong> They are similar to the Ethiopian eunuch described in Acts 8<\/strong>, who just needed a Philip to guide him to baptism.<\/p>\nWhy Is Water Baptism So Important?<\/h4>\n
Water Baptism Week: August 10 to 17<\/h4>\n
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